(nhsdesigns.com/graphic/typography/styling-formatting.php)
1. Arrange text on page to avoid distractions.... No dangling words.
2. Limiting the line length by breaking up lines of text can prevent reader exhaustion and loss of engagement. Sixty characters per line is optimal for print. Web design experts say fifty characters per line is optimal for the web. If text is enlarged, a twenty character line is best. 3. Matching the type style with the image helps to visually fuse the picture and word relationship, enhancing comprehension and reducing distraction . 4. Crop pictures to get to the main idea of what the text is detailing. 5. Determine what elements of your designs are unintentionally being over- or under-emphasized as a result of a misuse of the principle of similarity. Sometimes following the "rules" of design can lead to unwanted results. The famous McCain picture where the adopted daughter appeared to be unwanted is an example. 6. The size range for body copy in a book or magazine article should be between 8 pt. and 14 pt. 7. A serif font is easier to read over long passages than a sans serif font. However, a sans serif font is frequently perceived as being more modern. 8. Body copy should always be set in upper- and lower-case because the irregular shapes are rich with cues that improve legibility. Upper-case letters are uniform in height and lack diversity of form which impairs reading. Upper-case text also consumes about a third more space than the equivalent in lower-case text.
(instantshift.com/2011/09/19/the-close-relationship-between-gestalt-principles-and-design/) It’s imperative to use psychological techniques in our designs. This is not to say that design should be completely scientific or mathematical, but the best design comes when proven theory works in harmony with art. The idea of the "gestalt" is a fairly old one, originating with early 20th century philosopher Christian von Ehrenfels along with his contemporary, psychiatrist Max Wertheimer, among others.
At its simplest, gestalt theory describes how the mind organizes visual data. The stronger the clarity of form, the more effective the design.
Professor Michael Alley is most often credited with this slide design. The slide is composed of two parts:
A short sentence headline that states the main assertion of the slide
Evidence of that assertion presented in a visual manner.
2. Classic Presentation Zen
The Presentation Zen style developed by Garr Reynolds has many elements in common with the Assertion-Evidence format but approaches PowerPoint slide design from a design perspective rather than a learning perspective
Find high-quality photos (istockphoto is a good choice).
Use subtle gradients and fades across the slide. Use a san serif font.
Play with font colors and font size to make keywords stand out.
3. The Lessig Method
Professor Lawrence Lessig is possibly more famous for his slide design methodology than his causes (first copyright and now political corruption).
Script your talk.
Pick out the keyword or key phrase for each sentence and put it on a slide – white font on black background..
Then work hard to get your choreography perfect!
4. Lessig 2.0
Have lots of photos.
Put them in sequence and then practice, practice, practice till you’ve got a smooth seamless delivery integrating your narrative and the slides. The synchronization is not quite as critical as when you’re synching with words but it’s still lots of work.
5. Duarte Design Diagrams
The designers at Duarte are experts at converting concepts, ideas and facts into visuals.
Sketch visual expressions of your concept. Show relationships, processes, and changes over time.
Start with a piece of paper in front of you.
Once you’ve got something on paper, then start building it in Powerpoint.
Scott Schwertly of Ethos3 tells stories with PowerPoint. In this clip below Scott creates contrasting characters and uses them to introduce his message:
Decide on the point you want to get across.
Create your story and characters
Flesh out your characters with key details. You want your audience to relate to your characters.
Implement with high quality photos.
7. Comic style
Comics are the original combination of text and pictures. And now many people and organizations are experimenting with online comic presentations.
Have a character (or two) that runs through your visual presentation. Your character can be represented by a photo or be hand-drawn.
Have them occasionally comment on what you’re saying through a call-out.
(udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlcurriculum)
At the heart of the UDL framework is the acknowledgement of learner variability. Additionally, the UDL framework recognizes that there are multiple means to achievement of a learning goal. As a result an UDL-based curriculum provides learners with multiple options and pathways to mastery. "For strategic learning and expression of knowledge, UDL materials offer tools and supports needed to access, analyze, organize, synthesize, and demonstrate understanding in varied ways. For engaging with learning, UDL materials offer alternative pathways to success including choice of content where appropriate, varied levels of support and challenge, and options for recruiting and sustaining interest and motivation. . . By broadening means to accommodate learner variability, UDL assessments reduce or remove barriers to accurate measurement of learner knowledge, skills, and engagement."
Using an UDL framework, The Great Designers will create materials that offer multiple media and embedded, just-in-time supports such as glossaries, background information, and on-screen coaching. Within our current Book Builder project, The Great Designers will :
Add Alt Text via the Book Builder tool
Utilize the audio capabilities of the on-screen "coaches"
Embed videos, audio files, URL/ links (multi-media) for reinforcement of content and improved learner engagement
Incorporate the Book Builder text reader
Standardize page format and color combinations to enhance visual contrast and acuity.
Incorporate self-evaluation exercises that will accommodate learner variability
Storyboard
Table of Contents
Graphic Design Principles
(nhsdesigns.com/graphic/typography/styling-formatting.php)1. Arrange text on page to avoid distractions.... No dangling words.
2. Limiting the line length by breaking up lines of text can prevent reader exhaustion and loss of engagement. Sixty characters per line is optimal for print. Web design experts say fifty characters per line is optimal for the web. If text is enlarged, a twenty character line is best.
3. Matching the type style with the image helps to visually fuse the picture and word relationship, enhancing comprehension and reducing distraction .
4. Crop pictures to get to the main idea of what the text is detailing.
5. Determine what elements of your designs are unintentionally being over- or under-emphasized as a result of a misuse of the principle of similarity. Sometimes following the "rules" of design can lead to unwanted results. The famous McCain picture where the adopted daughter appeared to be unwanted is an example.
6. The size range for body copy in a book or magazine article should be between 8 pt. and 14 pt.
7. A serif font is easier to read over long passages than a sans serif font. However, a sans serif font is frequently perceived as being more modern.
8. Body copy should always be set in upper- and lower-case because the irregular shapes are rich with cues that improve legibility. Upper-case letters are uniform in height and lack diversity of form which impairs reading. Upper-case text also consumes about a third more space than the equivalent in lower-case text.
Gestaltism: A Matter of Perception
(instantshift.com/2011/09/19/the-close-relationship-between-gestalt-principles-and-design/)It’s imperative to use psychological techniques in our designs. This is not to say that design should be completely scientific or mathematical, but the best design comes when proven theory works in harmony with art. The idea of the "gestalt" is a fairly old one, originating with early 20th century philosopher Christian von Ehrenfels along with his contemporary, psychiatrist Max Wertheimer, among others.
At its simplest, gestalt theory describes how the mind organizes visual data. The stronger the clarity of form, the more effective the design.
The Top 7 PowerPoint Slide Design Principles
(speakingaboutpresenting.com/design/powerpoint-slide-design-7-styles/)1. The Assertion-Evidence Slide
Professor Michael Alley is most often credited with this slide design. The slide is composed of two parts:2. Classic Presentation Zen
The Presentation Zen style developed by Garr Reynolds has many elements in common with the Assertion-Evidence format but approaches PowerPoint slide design from a design perspective rather than a learning perspective3. The Lessig Method
Professor Lawrence Lessig is possibly more famous for his slide design methodology than his causes (first copyright and now political corruption).4. Lessig 2.0
5. Duarte Design Diagrams
The designers at Duarte are experts at converting concepts, ideas and facts into visuals.6. Ethos3 story-telling style
Scott Schwertly of Ethos3 tells stories with PowerPoint. In this clip below Scott creates contrasting characters and uses them to introduce his message:7. Comic style
Comics are the original combination of text and pictures. And now many people and organizations are experimenting with online comic presentations.Incorporating the Principles of UDL
(udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlcurriculum)At the heart of the UDL framework is the acknowledgement of learner variability. Additionally, the UDL framework recognizes that there are multiple means to achievement of a learning goal. As a result an UDL-based curriculum provides learners with multiple options and pathways to mastery. "For strategic learning and expression of knowledge, UDL materials offer tools and supports needed to access, analyze, organize, synthesize, and demonstrate understanding in varied ways. For engaging with learning, UDL materials offer alternative pathways to success including choice of content where appropriate, varied levels of support and challenge, and options for recruiting and sustaining interest and motivation. . . By broadening means to accommodate learner variability, UDL assessments reduce or remove barriers to accurate measurement of learner knowledge, skills, and engagement."
Using an UDL framework, The Great Designers will create materials that offer multiple media and embedded, just-in-time supports such as glossaries, background information, and on-screen coaching. Within our current Book Builder project, The Great Designers will :